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Today26 Apr
Tomorrow27 Apr
Sun28 Apr
from US$53
Mon29 Apr
Tue30 Apr
from US$38
Wed1 May
Thu2 May
Fri3 May

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 28 April at
    Departure city: San Francisco
    Departure location: Salesforce Transit Center
    Arrival time: 29 April at
    Destination city: Santa Ana
    Destination location: Santa Ana Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$60
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: 28 April at
    Departure city: San Francisco
    Departure location: Salesforce Transit Center
    Arrival time: 28 April at
    Destination city: Santa Ana
    Destination location: Santa Ana Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$61
  • Departure time: 28 April at
    Departure city: San Francisco
    Departure location: 409 Townsend St, SF
    Arrival time: 28 April at
    Destination city: Santa Ana
    Destination location: Santa Ana Bus Station
    Operated by
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$56
  • Departure time: 28 April at
    Departure city: San Francisco
    Departure location: 409 Townsend St, SF
    Arrival time: 29 April at
    Destination city: Santa Ana
    Destination location: Santa Ana Bus Station
    Operated by
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$55
  • Departure time: 28 April at
    Departure city: San Francisco
    Departure location: 409 Townsend St, SF
    Arrival time: 29 April at
    Destination city: Santa Ana
    Destination location: Santa Ana Bus Station
    Operated by
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$53
Bus San Francisco to Santa Ana: Trip Overview

Bus San Francisco to Santa Ana: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$55
Average bus trip duration13h 55m
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure06:00
Distance377 miles
Latest bus departure23:30

San Francisco to Santa Ana buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses7
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures06:00 - 23:30
Minimum PriceUS$38
Average Ticket PriceUS$55
Minimum Trip Duration10h
Average Bus Trip Duration13h55m
Distance377 miles
Bus companies on this routeFlixBus, Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Francisco - Santa Ana

The average bus ticket price from San Francisco to Santa Ana is US$55. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Francisco to Santa Ana is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

The average travel time between San Francisco and Santa Ana is around 13h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 10h. This is the time it takes to travel the 378 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from San Francisco to Santa Ana can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Francisco to Santa Ana by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the bus from San Francisco to Santa Ana, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound.

Buses travelling between San Francisco and Santa Ana leave from Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf) or Powell Station and arrive at 602 S Main St, Santa Ana Greyhound Bus Station.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from San Francisco to Santa Ana.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from San Francisco to Santa Ana, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from San Francisco to Santa Ana.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from San Francisco to Santa Ana while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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Bus from Santa Ana to San Francisco

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